Brendan Marrocco's new arms | The Washington Post

Former U.S. Army Sgt. Brendan Marrocco lost both arms and legs in Iraq in 2009. Soldiering on, he received a rare double arm transplant in 2012 and is now going through physical therapy at Walter Reed.
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[@juanmancilla96]

he did more pull-ups than I have done in my whole life

[@chili24137]

Hit a gym fatty

[@kylemiller6398]

Juan Mancilla because pull ups use your back muscles

[@dragonlover445]

and he killed more ppl than the pull

[@alexaadams4948]

You can be thin and still not able to do pull ups. My whole upper body is weak but because I run cross county my quads, calves, and glutes are very strong. I might buy a gym membership to do some winter upper body training.

[@sharp.x.dagger]

Juan Mancilla ditto that

[@paulbennett2704]

I appreciate people like him. Thank you for your service.

[@paulbennett2704]

Alan Williams to protect dumb statements and other things. I live the American way as a black man and support the military in its fullest capacity.

[@Ffollies]

@Death_SB Uhh, no they're not. Are you telling me if Iraq, Afghanistan or Vietnam wasn't invaded we wouldn't have our right to post comments on youtube? Let's be real, these soldiers are fighting for their country, just like every military around the world, but they aren't fighting for freedom.

[@heydaddy4415]

Don't treat him like a hero he is just an invader like the Us who invaded Iraq to steal their oil and their money You can thank him for his service when he defend his country not when he help some assholes to rope other countries

[@Frank-828]

@Karanjeet Kainth We serve them too.

[@sulero-zp3rd]

@@paulbennett2704 ñwwlwññwqññqñqñqñañqñañqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqaññqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqqññqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqqñqññqñqqñqññañqñqñqñqñqñqñañqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqñqqñqñqññañqñqñqñañañqaññqñañqñqñqñqñqñqañaññqqññqñqñqñqaññqñqñqñqñqñqñañañañañañañañañañañañañqñañqñañañañañañañañañañaaññaañ

[@Ginger_Sweet]

I didn’t even know this was a possibility this is incredible

[@NoName-qm6vj]

Me neither. Im speechless.

[@Ginger_Sweet]

@@adaster98 I actually just had surgery in September after I shattered my stupid ankle I got my cast off two days ago the surgical scars are less gruesome than I expected them to be especially with two 7 inch incisions and 64 staples to accommodate 2 plates and 16 screws my shoes don’t fit but I’m learning to start walking again medicine has come so far my mom broke her ankles 5 times and never had surgery it just wasn’t an option so she was in casts and braces for years it’s nuts to me that I’m a tiny bit robot and I should be walking again in less than 4 months . I’m sure this man has made even more progress in the last few months ^_^

[@Lanun-D]

some people hurt of love, this man had lost all his important parts, yet smile like he just pass the training

[@jackiebilder5183]

He's amazing

[@miafillene4396]

His smile says it all. To all our injured vets, both mental and physical, with all my heart I say thank you and bless you. You do what we can't and that means so much.

[@philingrouille7198]

When I first saw this guy with all of his limbs missing, being put back together with prophetic legs, a plastic right arm and a hook for a left hand, I felt sad for him, never being able to feel with any of his limbs again. Like the government was like "thanks for fighting for your country, bye bye now". Seeing him with two new arms is amazing to see.

[@watchgoose]

+Philip Ingrouille prosthetic

[@elberethvarda3611]

I just had the same feelings. I didn't even know arms transplants were ever possible. I'm so glad. He deserves to live happier. Good morale. Cheers from France... Wished our soldiers had the same prosthetics or transplants...

[@earthclad6833]

Phil Ingrouille that sounds cool to me

[@vrishankmistry6895]

Phil Ingrouille i

[@almanxyz7827]

Phil Ingrouille my cousin has no arms and it’s hard to see that she is doing fine (she is atm but not for long)

[@owlis33]

Poor fuckin' dude. Sent off to fight someone elses war, living with trauma like it's a breeze. Man, make it count. Strong af dude. Respect

[@jacquesth2]

What an amazing individual with an awesome attitude

[@micahbriggs4688]

Jacques Theron he's got an awsome attitude, but I'd be pretty stoked too if I got my arms BACK.

[@SharonBenson2674]

First of all, Brendan, you are amazing. With everything that has happened to you you still have a smile on your face and a great sense of humour. You are a winner in so many ways! Bless you! I am so proud and happy for you!

[@xxmustard_boixx]

Here in 2020, I would like too know how he's doing now.

[@jamesiewalters2360]

you and me both.

[@Realience]

As of like, 2 years ago, he's still vibing, living his best life

[@therandomsage1147]

wow last time I saw this guy in a vid he had no arms, it's amazing how he got two arms transplanted

[@Hockey-gn2tj]

SageNymph yeah

[@dianamedi7453]

Even me I need to know more coz one of my finger cut of I need it most most most

[@WitteArtistry]

I didn't even know this was possible! Wow! Amazing!

[@vinodkumar-lm2gx]

😊😊😊😊😊😊☺☺☺

[@josephp4601]

Witte Artistry Same! OMG

[@NH-ho5wc]

Sheryl Crusco not really... you're still in a bubble

[@BiLLy_0719]

Witte Artistry theirs a head transplant

[@qoaeramv]

Sheryl Crusco so you saying I can breathe in space if I try hard enought?

[@NubAbilityAthleticsFoundation]

You GO Brendan! Your attitude is EVERYTHING! Thank you for serving and your sacrifice. We wish you God's blessings for your continued journey to kick life in the butt!

[@Inhumane]

3:38 most intense 10 seconds

[@carlosherrera8541]

Matt GT hell yeah haha

[@carlosherrera8541]

Thinking about it. Its already hard for a person with their natural hands to keep em steady and be able to place the block. But for him to do it takes more strength and having his nerves grow and able to do it. He's a pretty badass dude. 💪🏼💪🏼

[@Inhumane]

Carlos Herrera he is.

[@someconscripteddoomer619]

I would like to say one thing. *War is no good* :(

[@ploek]

Thank you for your service and sacrifice

[@_kyoriji_2835]

P L u r right

[@Np9123]

not his channel...

[@thearchitect3497]

P L lol

[@geezamr7279]

Np9123 idiot

[@mohammadlafi2586]

P L I fell sorry to him but I think God punished him for killing people in Iraq and Afghanistan

[@originalxx-6042]

here he is suffering wearing the military uniform while stolen valors claimed that they fought in the war.

[@carolynmmitchell2240]

OriginalXx - who gives a fuck?

[@studyinsteel5186]

Plenty of people make light of their own suffering with humor, the key is to not mock them however.

[@StagnantMizu]

bram dc all pretty funny

[@skylordcaliber]

@@StagnantMizu late comment but true

[@neels2044]

I fought in every war im a gamer 😎

[@liftzeweights]

I wouldve been hesitant to do thise pull ups thinking my arms would rip off

[@remmborn8154]

De Wae same

[@jom_and_terry]

Wow, I have a new nightmare fuel

[@B0R3Dn]

Same, i wouldnt even move them, how scared i would be

[@peterzingler6221]

Its a lot Less weight without legs tho

[@lithostheory]

I also have that feeling and I don't even have donor arms!

[@finsangi9527]

I just love him, his energy and positivity , he still have that genuine smile. I will not ever complain about my life anymore instead i will be thankful everyday that i’m still alive with all 4 limbs ✌️

[@avidfisherman2242]

I can tell that he has learned complaining about not having legs won’t bring them back so he dosent complain about anything and is always in a good mood. I’ve heard most people injured in the military usually develop a very comedic and positive personality

[@Desert_stormh]

People think war is cool until this happens

[@thanosrst3280]

RODRI BLANQUET what ppl think that?I never heard,ahh they have war,that's cool..

[@Desert_stormh]

thanos Rst what learn how to spell and write

[@thanosrst3280]

RODRI BLANQUET what you don't understand?ppl?it means people..

[@Desert_stormh]

willy schmidt yeah ok that's why I have my own business my own house my own cars huh. I'll pray for your old raggity ass

[@Desert_stormh]

thanos Rst and yeah your damn right I don't understand stupid

[@msunholy4599]

He’s so strong and tough ! God bless his heart and hugs from Germany! ❤️

[@davidmatos9984]

Me and family saw this. respect for you and thank you for your service!

[@davet2459]

May every one of his days be brighter than the last.

[@angelachislett8573]

Omg i am sat here in tears, omg what an amazing guy you are what an inspiration to others!! I am Welsh and 1 welsh soldier in particular i remember he was badly burnt/injured and omg what he had to go through SIMON WESTON his name but just like you he was so strong/inspired others, he was in the Falklands war, i wish you every success in everything you do cos you deserve it omg what an incredible person you are x x

[@txi_xecute9277]

Damn, he looks like a really cool dude

[@findme2425]

Losing 4 limbs and now doing pullups like humanity has come far

[@fletcher0411]

He and I rehabed at Walter Reed together. It was amazing to watch him gain control over his new arms.

[@mariarusso4271]

No words to explain how strong you are more then ever..people like me when see you first of all want to tell you thank you for what you done. You Still the best once again more than ever...an exsaple which show us ..normaly people..NEVER GIVE UP ..ALL MY RESPECT..❤💪👋

[@game0nnemisis]

Thank you for your service!!!!!!

[@lusty611]

OMG what an amazing young man and so inspiring. Look at that you can't stop me smile! God bless you Sir and Thank you for your service!💋

[@Panewa]

War..

[@dizzy2xx]

War never changes

[@freqeist]

what is it good for?

[@andre4441511]

@@freqeist absolutely nothing

[@garondupree8165]

Has changed

[@garondupree8165]

@Unkwon Malaysian Guy nah I was doing a metal gear reference lol

[@safwansaid5139]

"we have the technology, we can rebuild him", science ftw. wonder if a leg transplant is possible.

[@RakeshRoshan295]

its almost possible

[@shards8300]

Its not currently nerves in legs are 1000 times more complicated than arms and hands

[@shards8300]

forsenCD thats why its called science And nerves in the legs are more complicated to my knowledge

[@Novozymandiaz]

@forsenCD There are around 11 pairs of different nerves in the legs, while the arms only contain about 4 pairs.

[@Lillukkainen]

@forsenCD they have to be able to hold your whole bodyweight and move the legs and the body while holding it, its complicated.

[@teatree6215]

His smile breaks my heart and yet makes so so so happy. How much he lost is in his smile but it also shows his happiness.

[@SRKanai1]

That's a soldier. No excuses. No bitching. No "why me". Just gratitude and the willingness to work for something better for tomorrow than there was yesterday, regardless of what happened the day before yesterday. Much respect.

[@daddyalbert61]

It’s just beautiful that he’s just trying to enjoy life nothing can bring him down that’s for sure

[@BRADLEYUNDERWOOD]

This is a very grateful guy....thank you donor family for your courage to donate.... An anonymous nurse

[@simplyjeonghantrash9899]

1:54 i would never do that, i would be so afraid to even do any type of force with the arms

[@GabeTheMC]

Truly Inspirational, Thank you so much sir for serving our country! Much Respect Brendan Marrocco

[@MetallicaKing48]

Much love to this brother here. He gave the ultimate sacrifice, and paid the price to help stable the mess of the world. May he be given a second life that’s full of joy and laughs.

[@Armenianorthodoxguy]

He has such an amazing attitude considering the circumstances

[@johnmaurerjr7530]

Thanks Brother! Your kicking ass! I'm praying for you. Show them what you can do. Tell your brother ( NMA ), I said hello and thank him for me. SSG Maurer

[@alien-4111]

John MAURER JR You're*

[@sonnyboi1761]

@@alien-4111 Grammar nazi.

[@technotrend6669]

He is paying for others mistakes and others decisions Sympathy for all like him

[@metropcs7560]

Wow, this video teaches everyone to never give up!!! God bless this young man!!!

[@AlexDuarteMusico]

That's crazy. Beautiful to see how happy he is. Hopefully this will be available to all mankind in a near future.

[@tesedikova]

Unbelieveble man and the doctors with angel's hands..😇

[@aidenmcdaniel4641]

If we can get the Speedwagon foundation we can get him a new set of legs

[@bijoythewimp2854]

1:55 those were proud moments, the soldier performing pullups with his new pair of arms somehow reflects his mental strength

[@jeanpascaud4218]

Hi from Paris ! You are a marvellous boy Respect ,courage, and force to you.

[@96limpfold]

THIS MAN IS AN INCREDIBLE INSPIRATION. THANK YOU SOLDIER!

[@ginabizzarosghosts7831]

Wow!!!!! God bless this soldier, and God bless modern medicine oh my gosh im in tears!! This is amazing!!!

[@bissmark7952]

yes, this man is INCREDIBLE. Damn, hes doin so great! Well done, man!!

[@BoatheadMan]

i have a feeling that we can become indestructible just by being able to be put back together like LEGOs.

[@user-ot6oc7mk1s]

and if something is going too bad like an explosion that gonna rip all particles of the body into the dusts, your mindset just immediately backups itself into the database and then it inserts into a new fresh body from the basement. but you always need to backup your mindset before going into the war, because if you don't, you'll lose the thoughts from your memory because your mindset in database is outdated.

[@jcribbs5819]

Absolute grit and determination. You could see it doing the pullups. This man was an excellent soldier. Such a sacrifice for all of us. From the bottom of my heart, thank you Sgt Marrocco for serving our country..

[@Qpski-1]

Thank you for your service you made my heart feel warm

[@deletoblue1109]

This man is so positive I almost forget that he went though that

[@flawless5084]

I find it kinda sad how these men are fighting day to day and risking their life, being ready to die furthermore to be tortured by their enemies and then somebody like him comes up with pain and no limbs and they are just like, well thanks for your service we dont need you anymore

[@m.kozlov8461]

SS your ego can inflate balloons, my friend.

[@kronosrocks2591]

SS They go there and fight so you have the right to mock them like that. Try being grateful and get off your high-horse, it might improve you as a person.

[@shinimasu6814]

@ wow I bet you have no friends

[@cheeseburger5098]

@yujiro hanma you would know since you beat the whole United States by yourself

[@savethetrees4103]

i want to give him a hug

[@carolynmmitchell2240]

Ouija1210 clearly he actually does now, but yeah all presidents are piece of shit NWO puppets

[@johan2ofinlohigh791]

He'd like it more if someone would blow him. Support our disabled vets with some head.

[@mewtew8006]

Ouija1210 you know that no us solider is forced to go to war. It was his own decision join the army

[@realtalkz3930]

That's a lot to give for your country I don't know how this man does it he's an inspiration, massive respect to him

[@tammylake259]

He is very kind and funny and I hope he has an amazing life!

[@juanureno474]

Most of us clicked this vid because of the thumbnail, dont lie

[@GoEvenHarder]

He reminds me of a song... Legends Never Die

[@dookieman718]

First Plays heard it today not to long ago

[@shards8300]

Kugelblitz if u heard that song then u probably know league of legends since its the game that paid the singer who did it for their worlds champion ship

[@ohyeahyeah3506]

Veterans are the best people in this world

[@suomixs3506]

oh yeah yeah no not all

[@ДимитърКалинов-ъ2ъ]

Killing people is very good

[@Kevin_Dinkha]

I have never see such a positive human being like this one guy and thank you for liberating my country

[@jonapriest5523]

Heart warming to see programs and doctors that fight so hard to give heroes back what sacrificed and lost in battle. Unbreakable spirit Sgt....Hooah!

[@TurboBMRProjectLove]

thats amazing

[@redstarentertainment2621]

5 years old video means 2015. I wonder how he looks now.

[@luluchannel3999]

Look in the list 👇 there is a new video

[@TSITL7]

Lulu Channel which list

[@nabilamoussa4669]

People Can we stop killing one others For Money and power

[@GODTAGE]

Agreed. So many soldiers deserve better, but its all to keep power in the hands of the top 1% sadly.

[@A0001-c8x]

GODTAGE yessir. Fckin usa government

[@Adamjen]

no

[@ramennoddle599]

When there is one religion, one language, and one government then maybe.

[@LannnR]

Nabila Moussa no

[@missag1538]

WOW breandon , Well done, thank you for your service, keep strong 💪 💪💪 Alice from Manchester UK 🇬🇧

[@davemacdonald3889]

Massive respect to this veteran from the UK.🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@thugTaters]

Good to see someone in his position up in hopes. I'm sure it could be easy to be down about everything.

[@lukebradford195]

Get my guy some legs! Hell acheive more in his life time than alot if people!

[@yoda1934]

Gotta let his immune system get used to those arms first

[@TheArendt1]

Is there a rich person out there, who wants to give this guy an old american car? I think such a gesture would greatly be appreciated .

[@rickscully9533]

Keep up the great work SGT. Keeping up the Army Strong motto. You are a true warrior!

[@RX-8GT]

And he has an amazing spirit, good bless him. I know so many that would lose theirmind losing one leg, this guy lost all legs and arms. .. got a God given gift with two arms

[@rafi7252]

How did he manage to stack that high? I can't even...

[@basasjulius662]

*Depression has left the chat* This guy is full of positivity so the depression just left. Depression can't beat this guy..

[@jediael9906]

This is amazing recently re watched the 10 year old video n was wondering how he was doing

[@KyleSurette13]

This video made me happy. Been watching a few videos of Brendan Marrocco the past few days and I have to say that I'm amazed at the advancements in the medical field. Someone getting "new REAL arms" was unheard of to me until this. That's awesome that he has a really good chance at a normal life now, and a lot to look forward to in the future. If you can do arms, with all the movements and finger movements, I'm sure legs would be possible in the future also.

[@orthogluchensnable6777]

Young man I want to thank you for your sacrifice for my family and I. You are very special to me and I will keep you in my prayers for a fast recovery GOD bless you and your family thank you again

[@sabrinas2332]

Sheez man I was holding my breath and everything when that tower fell. 😭

[@dysotexmusic2667]

At 2:36 siri started talking to me anyone else?

[@traploli2214]

I wonder if his muscles will like rip or tear if he puts too much pressure on his new arm

[@copingwithbehcets6947]

They shouldn't. With the proper amount of physical therapy, you slowly gain muscle, and that muscle is gained in the right areas to prevent trauma to other areas :)

[@tiger_844]

That's what I was thinking

[@Lilpupling]

This made me cry I'm happy to this people helping other people

[@lindaturner628]

He is AMAZING and so is the person whose arms were donated and put to good use for and by this young man.....God speed and have a good life....and it sounds so trite but thank you for your service and sacrifice....America could never repay you enough....

[@karinamendoza9834]

I'm glad that he got arms again, but can't he get a legs transplant too?

[@ericbazinga]

Karina Mendoza He's lucky he got his arms back

[@jesusiskingofkingsz]

Karina Mendoza we can rebuild him, better faster stronger, we got the technology

[@Musti._]

Karina Mendoza Imo legs are where the major arteries are would be pretty hard

[@kevod09]

Karina Mendoza .i would say the leg transplant is a hell of alot more complicated than the arms. standing , supporting body weight , walking , balancing ,but anyway hope he can get prostethics or something ☺

[@EmmyRainbows]

arms are more important than legs too

[@tareq960]

Can someone tell me wtf is the American army still doing in Iraq?

[@submissivebottom2741]

we're not there anymore and we haven't been since 2011

[@tareq960]

You got tired of killing innocent people or found a better oil source?

[@tareq960]

17 SAVAGE a very mature response.

[@mohammadlafi2586]

17 SAVAGE you deserve to be in hell

[@marissaghost]

His injuries occurred in 2009, thankfully we have left Iraq

[@teddyl2647]

It’s so sad bruh war for what so we can get killed and our family’s suffer

[@chrisrideout25]

Thank you for your service and God bless all the soldiers that have to go through this .

[@cesarpastran8308]

Wow, this guy is truly amazing. To go threw something so traumatic, and still be mentally and physically strong, really is amazing, love the positive energy that he has, I wish I could be more like him. Thank you for your service, and keep up the great work. GOD bless🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💪👍✌☺

[@lithostheory]

Wow, that is amazing and also really strange. What would the relatives of the arm donors think?

[@SatyamKumarMishra-kl6yq]

I have both of my natural arms, but still can't do a single push up...😂

[@Green-ys3wo]

I'd imagine each arm came from a different person right? One looks a lot smaller in composition than the other

[@luisbarrios289]

Jobs and Taxes by any chance have you ever read the unwind books? This reminds me a lot of the ending with the different arms

[@luisbarrios289]

Even the tattoo lol it's crazy

[@lorac30]

Luis Barrios that tattoo was his original one they transplanted that too

[@Poisindart2000]

Luis Barrios Good books

[@andrewconklin5414]

Jobs and Taxes same arms they were just able to recover his forearm on the bigger arm if you look closely

[@tenzinkunphel5614]

Saluted for this man God bless you

[@jayonbikes4271]

God bless you Sir! You have a strong spirit!

[@abdallahelbaroudy8573]

يستاهل علشان يحرمو يقربوا من العراق او اي دولة عربية تاني ..فليكن عبره

[@cyan6170]

Abdallah Elbaroudy ههههههه داخل عرض

[@jakejones2987]

I hope he gets some nice classic cars, maybe a SS, or a old mustang or charger. He deserves better it

[@bossenn]

maybe even a Skyline R32 or R33

[@Weasel3rd]

how would he drive it

[@maschae4500]

yeah, the only thing he will get a goooood can of homelesnes from the us government.

[@carolynmmitchell2240]

Muschu o no he got a purple heart im pretty sure so he will get paid pretty well.

[@carolynmmitchell2240]

Muschu o alot of homeless veterans are not actually veterans(some are though) some are faking it because they know people will give more money

[@tehArgento]

In five, ten years? Well lets see if they could add a pair of legs

[@weruoweruo6372]

Give him your legs.

[@markgobuffalo6490]

Absolutely an amazing story. Good luck soldier and thanks for your service.

[@samhillfakedeath]

I don’t want to hear that somebody feels “lazy” and don’t want to go workout !